Daily Aztec Graphics Specialist

 

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

An Equal Opportunity Employer

FOR INFORMATION WRITE OR CALL:

Center for Human Resources, 4th floor of the Extended Studies Center

San Diego State University, San Diego, CA 92182-1625

Telephone (619) 594-6404 OFFICE HOURS: 8:00 A.M. – 4:30 P.M.

You can apply on-line at www. by referencing “Daily Aztec Graphics Specialist ”

 

May 9, 2008

Daily Aztec Graphics Specialist

 

The Daily Aztec is an independent student newspaper at San Diego State University. The Graphics Specialist coordinates the design, production and scheduling of display advertisements for The Daily Aztec and assists with the planning of all aspects of Daily Aztec advertising campaigns. The Graphics Specialist also develops promotional copy as needed and provides text, photo and graphics changes to the Daily Aztec and Associated Students website. 

   

The qualified candidate will have a High School Diploma or equivalent.  A certificate from an accredited Graphics Vocational program or an AA degree from an accredited Community College is preferred. Two years of experience in the performance of print production work and a minimum of one year of experience in newspaper or tabloid design and production is preferred. Thorough knowledge of the most up-to-date graphic production methods and design concepts including working knowledge of QuarkXpress, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Dreamweaver or other related software on a MAC platform is required.  The successful candidate will possess the knowledge of website structure and have the ability to create and maintain web pages.

SALARY & BENEFITS

 

Salary Range: $16.75-$23.45/hr.  This is a full-time, hourly, non-exempt position.

 

Excellent Benefits: Benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, participation in a 403(b) retirement plan, life insurance, flexible spending account, tuition reimbursement, vacation and holidays.

 

APPLICATION PROCESS

 

Applying in Person: A job description and application packet is available at San Diego State University, Center for Human Resources, 4th floor of the Extended Studies Center, San Diego, CA  92182 or call 619-594-6404 ext.2 to have an application packet mailed. Application packets must include a list of three professional references, the Associated Students employment application, Supplemental Application and the Confidential Statistical Data Sheet (optional).  Resumes are only accepted when part of a complete application packet. 

 

OR APPLY ONLINE

 

Applicants: You can apply on-line at www. by referencing “Daily Aztec Graphics Specialist”. 

 

Applicants selected for an in-person interview will be required to provide samples of design work.  Samples will not be returned. 

 

E-mail as.jobs@sdsu.edu with any questions.  Priority consideration is given to application packets received by May 30, 2008. Applications accepted until the position is filled. 

 

The Associated Students is an Equal Opportunity Employer and specifically invites and encourages applications from women, protected group members and physically challenged persons.

 

San Diego State University, the largest of the 23 campuses of The California State University system, is located nine miles east of the Pacific Ocean in beautiful San Diego, a dynamic and diverse community of over one million people. The University enrolls approximately 34,000 students (25,000 FTEs) on the main campus as well as another 1,000 students at the Imperial Valley campus in Calexico. The students are supported by approximately 6,000 faculty and staff. The University currently offers bachelor's degrees in 81 areas of study, the master's in 73, and the doctorate in 16.

 

Associated Students of SDSU is an independent student-directed corporation. Over 75 years old and with an annual operating budget of over $18 million, AS derives approximately 25% of its revenues from student fees and 75% from revenues generated by programs it operates including Aztec Center, Cox Arena, Campus Recreation (including the Aztec Recreation Center), Children’s Centers, Daily Aztec, Mission Bay Aquatic Center, Aquaplex, and Cultural Arts and Special Events. Mirroring America’s changing faces, AS represents a culturally-diverse student body. The AS employs over 90 full-time staff and 1,000 part-time student employees.